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We will see what press conference says – but i know none of us here got shot lasnite right? So we obviously were not wanted by police, for a home invasion. Then there was a struggle and he is said to have reached for a weapon. Life is a B. You wanna act gangsta then you get what you give. Pull a gun, and you will get shot. Self defense. Cop isnt gonna wait to get shot by some punk. You dont like it here then move!

I’d like to see video evidence that he even had a gun. I don’t know the kid and he might be the trash that all you racist idiots are claiming he is, however I would never trust a cop with their “word”. People with power are always out to do nothing but protect themselves.

My prayers go out to all affected by this latest tragedy. With that being said…this was no role model he was involved in a home invasion. The women who was with him is unreliable as she has every reason to hate the police after two of her friends in the car were affected by this, she obviously hangs around with the wrong crowd. The police themselves are unrealiable as well as they will try to come up with reasons why this happened but not take any responsability themselves. I still remember an incident in Troy when a 3 or 4 year kid was run over by an under cover cop and the cop, as far as i know never faced any punishment. At the end of the day we need to take this incident to teach our youth not only about the choices they make themselves but also in choosing there friends.

All that comes to mind is “stuff happens” when you allegedly approach a cop with a gun. Rule number one: Never get out of your vehicle, unless told to by an officer. The person who was “allegedly” shot name has been released. I am so glad I no longer live in Albany. News conferemce at 3pm.

I see nothing but the usual words of wisdom from the Sage of Brooklyn, AKA Goose. When I’m pulled over by police or am stopped at a checkpoint, I turn on my dome light and keep my hands on my steering wheel, and respond politely to whatever I am asked. If I act otherwise, I can expect trouble.

Goose only wrote what I just did using fewer words. TCB and REALLY, you’re way off base.

another death in the community. Hopefully the police cam will answer all questions(since this type of situation is what it is for) until all the facts are in all commentary should be reserved. and if the facts cant resolve the issue then THIS is what independant investigations are for. But the matter aside, we, as a community and a nation must address the question of WHY people feel the need, particulalry urban youth to be armed and a danger to themselves as well as the community.

Whether or not he had a gun is irrelevant. If a police officer stops a car, the driver is not supposed to exit the vehicle and he certainly is not supposed to run. If a cop yells for him to “stop or I’ll shoot” and he keeps running, well then he has decided his fate.

If Nacreame, or whatever the criminals name is, if he is going to be labeled a “victim” I would like to point out he is a victim of his OWN crime. It is unfortunate that most of the folks leaving comments here are clueless when it comes to reality and what really happens on the street. Perhaps they are able to enjoy being out of touch with reality because there are men and women out there every day keeping reality in check so each and every citizen can raise a family, go to school or otherwise live a safe life.

#37…..the incident in Troy was due to the parent or guardian not watching the child and the child running in front of the officers’ car. After a completed investigation, it was determined the incident could not have been avoided. Furthermore, police officers do not take the job for the lavish benefits and generous salary they receive, believe me! It is because they care and try to help…….get real!

@ Charlie #46, I know police officers are here to protect us all, not only from others but also from each other. I have many friends whom are police officers. This is not an attack to the police department. As far as the police in the Troy incident determining it to be parent or guardian not watching the child, well let me say this…if I had been the one to run over that same child I would have faced some sort of punishment by law enforcement, jail time or a fine. I have seen many incidents were the same thing happens but a citizen was behind the wheel and the citizen does not get off as easily. Sorry to say but I believe the officer should have faced some sort of jail time or fine in this incident only because that is what happens to an everyday citizen. How can we (as a society) expect our inner city community to respect a law that is not equally applied? Im not saying that the law is not equally applied in all circumstances but the fact is that is some cases, certain laws are not applied equally. I am also not saying that in this case that is the case, I am one that is waiting on the investigation to take its course.

Thank you Albany cops for doing your job…it ain’t pretty but neither is the blighted properties/drug infested neighborhoods/thugs w/guns/kids having kids/abuse of medicaid/and on and on…I’ve been coming into Albany five days a week for 22 years to pay my way: either by attending SUNY/visiting for events/friends/and work! thanks again Albany cops for looking out for the rest of us who are peaceful and want to carry on w/our everday lives…
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Thanks Roz and Ed, people who can comprehend what they read completely understood what I said. It goes to show you that most of the people that read this blog only comment to stir the pot, not to actually make a point.

‘Goose – that’s five shootings in a week in Albany. Still going with that safe City thing???’ – I said that I feel safe living and working here and I’m only speaking for myself…I don’t live the same life as anyone else, so it would be foolish to say how other people feel. All I’ve ever said is that I personally don’t feel unsafe or threatened when I’m out and about in Albany, no matter the time of day or night. So, to answer your question…yes, I still feel safe here.

I’m actually going to a bar downtown tonight with former co-workers and will probably be out until 2am…and I’m perfectly ok with that. Some people aren’t.

It’s a sad thing when any life has to end this way. I know the officers had no intention of taking a life when they went to work that night. What’s equally sad is that NOW we are hearing from the “Community”. Now they care about this kid, not when he was committing robberies, not when he was carrying a gun (he was known on the street to usually have a gun on him), Not when he was getting in all the other trouble he ran into along the way. You don’t wind up on Parole after One run in with the law, I can assure you. This whole “Community” coming together now is a joke. Shootings, robberies, drug deals, home invasions etc… happen in Albany and cities like Albany all the time. When the cops go and investigate…No One Knows Anything !!! They don’t want to help the Police, who are trying to help them. These “Communities” only care about what’s going on when a major tragic event occurs. This kid was no Eagle Scout I assure you, and dozens of people knew what he was about. Did anyone step in and care then…??? Exactly?

Most of u sound so damn stupid..rite or wrong there was a life taken yesterday! Wtf is wrong wit u clowns…clearly the APD hav all these ppl sayin the same thing who were actually there but maybe cuz they’re black they’re voice doesn’t matter~ wats sad is dat all u clowns on here dat had the audacity 2 say he deserves 2 die are more than likely the same ppl with no humility or respect for life. This is a sad n difficult situationthat affects the whole community..next time u voice ya selfish narrowminded compassionless opinion think about if that deceased were ur loved one betta yet think about him bein u!

can we all let the investigation take place before jumping to conclusions. I’m so tired of everybody always passing judgement before all the facts are known. How people acted at news conference is an embarrassment. People always seem to look for anything to get excited about and point fingers. And yes this is a great tragedy for all involved but all the facts are not known. Lets get all the facts before making judgements. Thank you my fellow New Yorkers.

Can we all agree that if the cop was black and the victim white there would not have been a problem at the Chiefs news conference! However since it was reversed it’s the normal “that racist cop killed an innocent black man trying to turn his life around (with an illegal loaded gun hidden on him and jumping out to confront a cop). It never ends- come on out Alice- you can get on stage again.